OR Surgical Technologist - Cayuga Orthopedic

Cayuga Medical Center•Ithaca, MI

35d•$30 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

CSTs at Cayuga Medical Center are an integral part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team devoted to delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to the Tompkins County community. CSTs practice at their full scope and may engage in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs and services to improve patient outcomes. They help execute an optimal plan of care in a shared governance environment. This onsite role serves the CMC Main OR and Ithaca Cayuga Orthopedic Clinic. The position offers a pay range of $30.00 to $43.00 per hour, plus benefits. The preferred schedule includes day shifts with flexible options such as four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts; there is no on-call or weekend work.

Requirements

NBSTSA or NCCT certification, or an LPN license.
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program and eligible for certification.

Nice To Haves

Day shift with flexible scheduling options, such as four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts.
No on-call or weekend work.

Responsibilities

Maintain standards of care for operative patients, adhering to AORN standards and recommendations.
Prepare the patient environment by stocking rooms and cleaning equipment as assigned.
Anticipate surgeon and anesthesia needs using preference cards, and collect and assemble supplies, instruments, and equipment for procedures.
Handle supplies and equipment properly and respond appropriately to changes in patient needs during operations.
Assist with patient positioning and preparation, and follow AORN guidelines for surgical hand scrubs, surgical counts, and Time Out procedures.
Identify and mitigate potential and actual safety hazards; ensure equipment is removed from the patient area and repaired as needed.
Follow universal precautions and infection-control techniques.
Organize tasks to meet patient-care and unit needs, adapt to changes, and remain accountable for continuing education and policy updates.